To support deserving students in achieving their academic goals, HDFC Ltd. has launched the Badhte Kadam Scholarship 2025. This scholarship offers financial assistance to students from Class 9 up to undergraduate levels, enabling them to continue their education without financial burden. The funds will be directly transferred to the bank accounts of the selected beneficiaries.
Short Summary
- Name of the Scholarship: HDFC Ltd’s Badhte Kadam Scholarship 2025
- Launched by: HDFC Ltd.
- Target Group: School and undergraduate students
- Benefit: Financial assistance (up to ₹1,00,000)
- Mode of Application: Online
- Official Website: www.buddy4study.com/page/badhte-kadam-scholarship
Types of Scholarships Offered
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Class 9 to 12 Students
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General Undergraduate Students (e.g., BA, BSc, BCom, BCA)
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Professional Undergraduate Students (e.g., BTech, MBBS, LLB, B.Arch, Nursing)
Important Dates
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Application Start Date: Expected July 2025
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Last Date to Apply: 30th September 2025
Scholarship Benefits
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Class 9–12 Students:
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₹15,000 (Rural)
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₹20,000 (Urban)
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General Undergraduate Courses: ₹40,000
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Professional Undergraduate Courses: ₹1,00,000
Funds are directly deposited into the student’s bank account.
Eligibility Criteria
For Class 9 to 12 Students
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Must be an Indian citizen
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Studying in a recognized school in Classes 9–12
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Annual family income must not exceed ₹6 lakh
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Preference to students who lost earning family members during COVID-19
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Should not be a child of HDFC Ltd. or Buddy4Study employees
For General Undergraduate Courses
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Enrolled in UG courses such as BA, BCom, BSc, BCA
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All other conditions same as above
For Professional Undergraduate Courses
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Enrolled in professional UG programs such as BTech, MBBS, LLB, B.Arch, Nursing
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All other conditions same as above
Required Documents
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Previous academic year’s marksheet
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Identity Proof: Aadhaar/Voter ID/Driving License/PAN Card
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Current year admission proof (any one):
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Fee Receipt
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Admission Letter
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Institution ID Card
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Bonafide Certificate
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Income Proof (any one):
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Salary Slip
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Form 16
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Income Certificate
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ITR
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Bank account details
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Passport-size photograph
Selection Process
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Screening of applications
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Shortlisting for telephonic interview
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Final candidate list for document verification
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Final selection based on merit-cum-need
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Scholarship amount transferred to the selected candidates
Application Process (Online)
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Visit the official portal: buddy4study.com/page/badhte-kadam-scholarship
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Click on “Apply Now”
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Login using Facebook, Google, Email ID, or Mobile Number
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If not registered, click “Register” and complete the sign-up
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Click on “Start Application”
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Fill out all necessary personal, academic, and financial details
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Upload required documents
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Click “Preview” to review your application
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Submit the form if all details are accurate
View Scholarship Result
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Visit the scholarship website
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Select HDFC Ltd’s Badhte Kadam Scholarship
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Click on “View Result”
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Enter your application details
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Click “Submit” to view the result
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much amount can I receive for a scholarship?
Up to ₹1,00,000 depending on the course and level.
Q: What criteria should be met to be eligible for a scholarship?
You must be an Indian student, with annual income less than ₹6 lakh and at least be currently enrolled in school or college.
Q: How can I check my scholarship status?
Login at Buddy4Study and navigate to your application dashboard to track the status.
Q: What are my chances of gaining a scholarship?
High, if you meet the income and academic criteria and submit all required documents correctly.
Q: How do I know if I am eligible to apply?
Review the criteria under your academic level—school, general UG, or professional UG.
Q: What should I submit with my scholarship application?
Previous marksheet, admission proof, ID proof, income proof, bank details, and photograph.
Q: What is the online application and login process for the scholarship?
Apply via Buddy4Study using email, mobile, or Google login, fill the form, and upload documents.
Q: What is the official website for the scholarship?
https://www.buddy4study.com/page/badhte-kadam-scholarship
Q: How to check status?
Login to the Buddy4Study portal and click on “My Applications” to track progress.
Q: What is the last date to apply for 2025?
30th September 2025
Contact Information
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Website: https://www.buddy4study.com/page/badhte-kadam-scholarship
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Email Support: [email protected]
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Phone Helpline: Available on portal
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Scholarship Partner: HDFC Ltd.